Rock the Weight Loss

The first Rock 106.9 WCCC Weight Loss Challenge begins this week, and I am the Registered Dietitian (RD) attempting to lead six WCCC On-Air and Promotions Staff members to healthier weights and lifestyles over the course of eight weeks. I thought this type of challenge would benefit the WCCC staff and our listeners, by showing them that small, consistent lifestyle changes can lead to big health benefits in the long run.  The six contestants have been weighed and measured, and it’s interesting to see the “competitive spirit” kicking in, especially during the bleakness of winter. (Can you say "sabotage"???) 

 

Innocently Left in the WCCC Lunch Area (Week One)

We have an even number of males and females competing, and the winner will be determined by the greatest percentage of weight lost at the final weigh-in in April. I have armed each of them with a healthy meal plan and some tips to get them going. Simple, realistic tips for weight loss and progress of the six contestants will be discussed on the air, in podcasts, and posted on the Rock 106.9 WCCC Facebook page and WCCC web site in the coming weeks by this RD. Hopefully I can successfully counter their massive cheese obsessions and soda addictions with healthier options. Stay tuned! 

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